Canker sores are not contagious and are not related to the herpes simplex virus, also known as cold sores. Canker sores are thought to be caused by: Injuries to the mouth, as seen frequently by contact sports players. Accidentally biting the inside of the cheek or lip may also result in a canker sore.
Mexico has a population of 112,468,855 (July 2010 estimate) and its capital and largest city is Mexico City. Mexico is divided into 32 federal entities, of which 31 are states and one is a federal district. The following is a list of Mexico's 31 states and one federal district arranged by area. The population (as of 2009) and capital of each have also been included for reference.
Mexico - Government and society: Mexico is a federal republic composed of 31 states and the Federal District. Governmental powers are divided constitutionally between executive, legislative, and judicial branches, but, when Mexico was under one-party rule in the 20th century, the president had strong control over the entire system.